Rochester weather in December (New York State, United States of America)
How is December weather typically in Rochester? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
Typically, December in Rochester includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Enjoy the winter season during this month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 4°C, while night temperatures can drop to -3°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.
Precipitation
Rochester in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 17 days of snow/rain.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rochester. May, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Rochester climate page with graphs.
Rochester, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-3°C
Max Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
88 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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